Photo Editor by Aviary vs iPhoto vs Camera MX: 27 facts in comparison

1. Can rotate the image

This can be used to rotate the image for an interesting effect, or more commonly to correct the image if it is at a slight angle.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

64% have it

2. Free application

You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

41% have it

3. Ad-free

Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

70% have it

4. Integrates with social networks

It allows you to share information to popular social networks.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

97% have it

5. Is compatible with Android

It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

72% have it

6. Has HDR adjustment

You can add an HDR-style effect to the image, whereby the darker areas appear brighter and the bright areas appear darker - giving your image more dynamic range. This gives you an image which looks more akin to how the human eye sees it, rather than a camera.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

18% have it

7. Has sharpening tool

Image sharpening tools emphasize the edges within an image. This can be applied to a blurred image to make it appear sharper and more detailed.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

46% have it

8. Has mirror effect

You can apply a mirror effect to the image, allowing you to experiment with creating symmetrical images.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

20% have it

9. Has tilt shift

Tilt shift is a technique which can be used to achieve the “diorama” effect, whereby you can make normal images look as if they were taken of small models. It works by applying a blur to parts of the image which simulates a shallower depth of field, even on objects far away.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

28% have it

10. Captioning

You can add captions and titles to your photos.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

51% have it

11. Can adjust contrast

Adjusting the contrast affects the difference between light and dark areas of the image. You can fine tune it to meet your needs, such as increasing the contrast to make your subject stand out more.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

72% have it

12. Can capture photos

You can take photos within the app. This allows you to do everything from capturing the image to editing all within one app, instead of having to import an image taken with another camera application.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

80% have it

13. Is a social network

It is a social network, which has features such as commenting and tagging. This means you can share content quickly and easily and engage with a community.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

13% have it

14. Can adjust brightness

If your photo is too bright or dark, you can adjust the brightness in order to get a well-balanced image.

15. Has live filters

When taking a picture with the app, you can preview your next photo with the filter already applied. This means you can choose a filter that compliments the scene before you capture the image, rather than applying it later.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

28% have it

16. Has brushes

Using the brush tool you can paint across the image, or use it to make small adjustments to touch up the image.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

30% have it

17. Can adjust saturation

Saturation refers to the intensity of colors. It is measured on a scale ranging from 0% (black and white) to 100% (pure colors) at a constant level of brightness. Images with high levels of saturation have vivid colors, while unsaturated images appear greyish.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

67% have it

18. Is compatible with iOS

It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

82% have it

19. Has geotagging

You can tag your photos/videos at the specific location where you took them. This gives you another way to organise them, and also makes them more discoverable by other people.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

18% have it

20. Includes publishing platform

It includes a publishing platform so that you can publish your photos to a website as a portfolio, or to a private web address to share with friends and family.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

10% have it

21. Has selective adjustment points

Using selective adjustment points, you can change the settings (such as saturation, brightness, etc.) of a particular part of the image. This is useful if you wish to edit certain areas without changing the whole photo - for instance, if you wish to increase the color intensity of an object in the image.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

13% have it

22. Tablet-optimised

There is a tablet-optimised version of the app available. This gives a much better user experience than using an app designed for a phone on a tablet.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

49% have it

23. has manual white balance

With manual white balance you can choose the most accurate setting and avoid the green, blue or red hue which can occur in auto mode. You can also change the setting for artistic effect.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

36% have it

24. Can order prints

You can order physical copies of your photos directly within the app, such as different size prints and photo books.

Photo Editor by Aviary

iPhoto

Camera MX

8% have it

25. Has privacy options

You can change your privacy settings so that not all content is available for public viewing.